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This original work «Black river» was created by the contemporary Russian artist Alexander Samokhvalov and is available for purchase online.
Alexander Samokhvalov’s painting “Black River” is a classic example of Russian landscape art, capturing a quiet, secluded forest corner, likely in autumn or early spring. The title “Black River” hints at the dark, peat-stained water typical of swamp rivers, which, however, appears surprisingly mirror-like on the canvas.
The piece is centered around a calm water surface that occupies a significant part of the composition. The water is dark but flawlessly reflects the surrounding forest and bright sky, creating a mirror symmetry effect. On the surface, round light green water lily leaves are visible, an important detail emphasizing the silence and untouched nature of this place.
The riverbanks are densely overgrown with tall dry grass. The artist masterfully conveys its color—warm shades of gold, ochre, and light yellow—indicating either fading or an early stage of nature’s awakening.
In the background, tall slender trees rise. Pines with their characteristic reddish trunks and dark needles prevail, along with birches with light, almost white trunks, which add vertical rhythm and contrast to the composition. The forest is painted densely, creating the impression of a thick thicket surrounding the river.
The light in the painting is soft and diffused, filtering through the tree crowns, lending the scene tranquility and a certain contemplative mood.
Alexander Samokhvalov’s «Black River» is a hymn to the modest yet profound beauty of Russian nature. The painting evokes a sense of peace, allowing the viewer to immerse in silence and enjoy the perfect reflection of the forest landscape.
This painting can be hung on the wall of your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a wonderful decoration for your interior.
You can buy the «Black river» painting online, sized 60 x 90 cm, with secure delivery to the address you specify.
Artwork's condition:
Perfect
Year of creation of the painting:
2020
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Realism
Technic:
Oil
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
Landscape
Size:
Large
Width:
90 cm
Height:
60 cm
Thickness:
2 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
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